Vice President, Data Stewardship

Job Description:

The Role

Do you have many years of experience working with data within a large financial services firm? Are you a curious self-starter who loves data and likes to tackle big challenges? If so, there is an amazing opportunity to bring your skills to Fidelity and help build a world class data program!

We are looking for a Vice President of Data Stewardship, who will be involved with teams across domains such as Customers, Accounts, Business Operations, Product & Services, Securities & Research, etc. and act as a single point of control helping to drive data inventory, data quality and modernization efforts.

You will provide vision, strong leadership and strategic direction to ensure that solutions meet business priorities. Collaborate across business groups to identify, prioritize and implement multiple, complex business initiatives. Take ownership of results and adapt to a changing environment. Champion the adoption of innovative ideas that enable transformational change. Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive data stewardship strategy aligned with key business objectives and regulatory requirements.  Including a shift from federated to a centralized operation.
• Developing a scalable process to define and carry out data inventory collection, definition, mapping efforts, support quality standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent data integrity and accuracy.
• Defining and implementing a definition of done for use by core data stewards, business data owners and data custodians across multiple applications and platforms.
• Collaborating with multi-functional teams including IT, data quality, data engineering, analytics, and business partners to identify and address data stewardship related issues.
• Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure and monitor data steward collection success over time.
• Acting as technical authority on data steward matters, providing guidance and support to executive leadership and other partners.
• Providing guidance and recommendations around data steward tools and solutions.
• Managing steward issues management reporting, workflow, tracking and metrics.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Library Science or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of dynamic experience in data management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role around data stewardship initiatives.
• Deep understanding of data steward concepts, methodologies, and standard processes, with hands-on experience technically implementing related tools (Collibra/Alation) and solutions.
• Proven, consistent track record of driving improvements and implementing stewardship initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder managements skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical prowess and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root cause of data quality issues and develop effective and scalable remediation solutions.
• Relevant industry data certifications, financial services, brokerage experience a big plus.

Note: Fidelity is not providing immigration sponsorship for this position.

The Team

Our dynamic team is comprised of a diverse group of individuals with experience in Operations, Risk, Information Security, Technology & Data Management. We are dedicated to building a strong and robust data management practice within Fidelity. We support the institutional and brokerage arms of Fidelity which are complex business lines. This requires us to be at the top of our game and dedicated and committed to excellence in serving the needs of our clients and business partners. We respect and celebrate differences and diversity. We are committed to building a strong and lasting culture of inclusion and belonging that will attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce.

Company Overview

At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want!  We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com.  Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer.

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to complete the application or interview process. Please email us at [email protected] or call 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 2 if you would like to request an accommodation.

At Fidelity, our goal is for most people to work flexibly in a way that balances both personal and business needs with time onsite and offsite through what we are calling “Dynamic Working.” Most associates will have a hybrid schedule with a requirement to work onsite at a Fidelity work location for five consecutive business days per week, every other week. These requirements are subject to change at any time.

Reminder: Per the Dynamic Working Policy, approved exceptions will be reviewed annually, or when the associate accepts a new role, whichever comes first.

The base salary range for this position is $103,000-$174,000 per year.  

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.

Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.

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